1950 Map of Bassett NW

About this map

The Niobrara River carves a complex path through this corner of Brown County, where the transition from flat tablelands to deep drainage canyons defines the local geography. In the mid-twentieth century, this landscape was dotted with rural social hubs, including the Cuba Ch and scattered educational sites like School No 26, School No 29, and the Winfield Sch. The topography reveals the dramatic erosion patterns of Long Pine Creek and Devils Canyon Creek as they cut through the Pine Glen and Brinkerhoff regions. Genealogists will find significant value in the documentation of family-named landmarks and resting places, such as the Leonard Cem, Hulshizer Cem, and Putnam Cem. A Gaging Station and the Camp Meeting Ground further reflect the area's historical reliance on and gathering around its vital water resources.